Don't be too anxious to control other people's ideas
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Attempting to dictate others' thoughts is unwise.
- In plain terms
- Do not try to control what others think.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect mental freedom.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where does influence become control?
- Why do we want control?
Another view
Some influence is necessary for safety.
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